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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1931
Page
8
J Wirter Smith of San Jose California has returned home after a month in the area re adjusting the Quray Valley irrigation project. Mr Smith previously lived in Vernal where he and Mrs Smith were active in public affairs.
Mico and Mrs T Alexander addressed inquiries about farming interests at a Thursday gathering. Inotorad was noted in connection with the discussion, with focus on Mr Alexander's agricultural activities and potential projects.
Mr and Mrs Lee Olsen hosted Mrs Olsen’s spare to visit. James Freestone departed for Logan on Tuesday November 17, returning home.
Mr and Mrs DeVere Christen Sr announce the birth of a baby girl at their home in Glad Era on Thursday November.
Dewey Cray of Lincoln Colorado married Miss Cora Fritvin of Meeker Colorado on November 10 O8 with Carter officiating.
Mrs Neal Ilanks of Price visited on Wednesday with her daughter Mrs Eva Ashton, detailing a social call and family visit.
Mr and Mrs Wan F Collyer and family plan to establish a new home at Never Wednesday and Collyer will oversee the Ehetl wholevale plant at that site. The notice highlights a relocation decision and management assignment for the plant in the same move.
Miss Fitta Shumm entertained Central school students Friday afternoon with an accordion performance. Misa Schumm is noted as an accomplished musician in the same context.
Mr and Mrs Cody of Salt Lake City spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs John Tichmion. Mrs Cody was formerly Miss Viola Ichirdsen.
Watkins has been employed by a clerk at J C Penny. He was formerly with Ashley Cooperative and has one engaging merchandising experience.
Mrs Esplin expressed gratification at the reading circles progress in Uintah county. She reviewed the year’s book lists and outlined study courses for the coming year focused on emotional development and adult culture to improve family and community relations. Meetings were held in Ashley ward Naples ward Vernal Lapoint and Rand with Mutual members.
Women attendees at an evening event read and discussed literature during a summer gathering hosted by Mr and Mrs W Henderson. Mrs Ciplin spoke to the group about reading and shared insights with the attendees.
The Vernal Society Utopia club welcomed Mrs T G Alexander for a Wednesday gathering after the business meeting. Attendees enjoyed cards, a luncheon, and a birthday celebration for Miss Donna Calder, marking her eleventh birthday with indoor games and refreshments for twelve guests.
Alva Alexander Bonner Alexander died suddenly Friday 13 1991 in Vernal after a heart event. He was born December 18 1881 in Midway Wasatch County and came to Ashley Valley as a youth. He married Etta Clark in 1907 and returned to Vernal in 1915. Funeral services were held at the Glines chapel with a large procession to Maeser cemetery.
A playful Thanksgiving Eve scene unfolds as children sleep tucked in bed and snow falls on a root-tree while birds and wildlife poke into the house. A turkey and a brace of ducks appear bold, hopping toward the kitchen as the night ends with a quiet wonder.
The Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion met at Mrs Margre Wit's home for a regular business session. Bridge followed with Mrs Glenn Miler winning high honors and Mrs Eva latch claiming consolation. The hosts served a delicious luncheon.
At Mrs Hafliff home the P and O tub entertained in honor of Mrs Win F Collyer as she leaves for Heber City. A covered dish lunch for eight followed by bridge. Mrs Collyer received a parting gift from the club.
Mrs T G Alexander entertained the Current Topics club at her home on Wednesday November 11. The afternoon was spent socially and luncheon was served to six new members.
Mr and Mrs B I E Stringham traveled from California to East Lake City on Saturday visiting friends and relatives. Mr Stringham then proceeded to San Francisco on business. They returned on Thursday.
The Faculty Womens League met at Mrs Muriel Wallla’s home on Wednesday with Miss Coy Tife assisting. A talk on marine life fascinated attendees and Joh Stata led a martial dance program. Twenty couples attended a hard times party, dressed in overalls, with music by the Stringham orchestra and grain as admission. A missionary program is planned for December 20 at Maeser chapel.
A fragmentary verse recalls a Thanksgiving Eve disrupted by a sudden crash and fear, then resolves with a child’s dream. It notes a missing meal and a mother’s concern as gratitude turns to suspense before a dream restores calm.
An elderly Ingulatthlye woman questions the meaning of a naval surgeon’s uniform, prompting the officer to explain the specialty and roles that modern medical officers undertake.
The Vernal First ward bids farewell to Floyd No 1 and Carl Searle who depart soon for missions to California and the North Central states. A program at Imperial hall features Bishop Haller Witbee, President H B Calder, Mr Noel, and Mr Searle with a male quartet, soloists Mrs Bus Hatch and Mrs John Jorgenson. After dancing, Mrs John L. Johnson of Fort Duchesne aided by Mrs Nettle Richens. The reminiscences include a memory piece “Wings of Time” by Dora E Tucker referencing Uintah Hills memories.
Beaux Arts Club members and five guests attended a luncheon hosted by Mrs Muriel Wallis at the home of her mother Mrs If 8 Olsen. The event, held in a mused venue, featured eight members and five guests in attendance.
Toetertains of Bridge Supper Mrs Rya Ashton hosted a cleverly arranged bridge supper at the Commercial hotel on Tuesday night in honor of Mrs Win E Collyer. Towers were won by Mrs Bee Jordan Mrs Win Wit beck and Mrs Charles New.
The Vernal Reading Circle met at Mrs Charles Hatch's home on Saturday November 14 with Mrs Alma Espin from the US ACG Extension present. The group reviewed new books just received and 30 tables were present with dainty refreshments served. Mr. Frank Tewls assisted the hostess.
A Tuesday evening shower at Miss Anderson’s home entertained Miss Venice Bridle with Miss Zella Aycock and Miss Donna Erickson assisting. Guests enjoyed parlor games and a luncheon sold to fifteen guests while the bride to be received many gifts. Mrs Trant and Wallace Merrell are to be married this week.
Miss Ruth Hart traces Slaugh Lawrence Colton at Unitah High School as part of a student activity report.
Early Saturday a bus carrying Uintah students traveled to Provo to watch a football game. The trip ended with a long drive back to Vernal after a disappointing result.
Tryouts for the high school ping team are tonight with best wishes to all participants. Sympathy goes to Sarah Richardson whose sister Ione died in Reno Netuna from spinal meneng 43. Lorna Cook missed two days of school due to illness. Weekend trip to Provo for the Provo High versus Uintah football game. Harney of Watnatch high becomes a Uintah student. George Alexander, captain of the football team, sustained leg injuries.
The Central school presented a clever program Friday December 13 at the high school. The event featured the Central school orchestra, readings, saxophone and piano solos, a Japanese dance, and a variety of performances with enthusiastic encores from the audience.
District Court opened Monday with Judge George W Worthen and District Attorney M Blope in attendance. The term aims to clear the calendar, with Judge A W Vysatkin presiding for the next session. numerous civil, probate, and criminal matters were scheduled and continued as hearings proceed.
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